Seton Hall Hosts Monmouth in Heated College Basketball Matchup

NEWARK, N.J. — The Seton Hall Pirates are set to take on the Monmouth Hawks Thursday night, November 13, 2025, at Prudential Center. The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. EST and will be broadcast on ESPN+.

Seton Hall enters the matchup with a solid 3-0 record, looking to extend their winning streak. They are favored by 14.5 points in this contest, with a total over/under set at 136.5 points. This confidence in the Pirates is bolstered by their impressive defensive statistics, allowing only 56.7 points per game so far.

The Pirates’ recent victories include an 82-59 win against Fairfield, where freshman Najai Hines recorded his first double-double. Senior A.J. Staton-McCray also contributed with a season-high 13 points. However, Seton Hall will be without returning big man Godswill Erheriene due to a shoulder injury.

Monmouth, with a 1-1 record, aims to bounce back after their loss to La Salle. The Hawks enjoyed a strong 96-68 win against Caldwell earlier in the season. However, they are grappling with the absence of starting point guard Kavion McClain due to an NCAA investigation, which has affected their offensive strategy.

Leading the Hawks is Jason Rivera-Torres, who has stepped up in scoring, averaging 16.5 points per game. In their recent loss, he scored 20 points, but the team struggled with turnovers, committing 16 against La Salle. Andrew Ball also played a crucial role, contributing 15 points and nine rebounds.

Seton Hall’s defense will look to contain Monmouth’s offensive threats while maintaining their rebounding advantage, as they aim to avoid a repeat of last season’s upset where Monmouth defeated them 63-51.

The Pirates and Hawks are set for a battle that highlights their contrasting styles, with Seton Hall focusing on defense and Monmouth relying on rebounding and hustle. This matchup promises to be an exciting clash in college basketball.